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title: "Ecological Supervision change to 2-stage method of work at Longwood drive"
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# Ecological Supervision change to 2-stage method of work at Longwood drive

Buyer: VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02e43a

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## Summary

On 4th June 2026, Velindre University NHS Trust awarded a contract for ecological supervision services to RSK GROUP LIMITED, under the title "Ecological Supervision change to 2-stage method of work at Longwood drive." This project, located at Longwood Drive, Forest Farm, falls within the "Supervision of building work" industry category and aims to support dormouse conservation efforts. The process utilised a selective procurement method, under the GPA Framework RM6187, Lot 9, with direct award made to the contractor. With a contract value of £32,605, the procurement was completed under a restricted procedure, marking the process as active upon completion.

The contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in ecological and environmental services, particularly those experienced in handling projects involving protected species. This procurement aligns with business growth strategies for entities capable of delivering high-quality supervision services, emphasizing both cost and ecological compliance. Companies looking to establish or expand operations in the ecology or construction sectors could greatly benefit from participating in similar tenders facilitated by health trusts and regional authorities in the UK, under frameworks like the GPA.

## Notice

This agreement covers the provision of additional ecological supervision services by RSK BIOCensus to support a revised 2-stage vegetation clearance method at Longwood Drive, Forest Farm, undertaken under the European Protected Species Development Licence (EPSDL) for dormouse conservation. The requirement is being procured through the GPA Framework RM6187, Lot 9. A direct award has been made to RSK BIOCensus under the framework for the provision of additional ecological supervision services associated with the revised two-stage clearance methodology.

### Lot Information

Business

This agreement covers the provision of additional ecological supervision services by RSK BIOCensus to support a revised 2-stage vegetation clearance method at Longwood Drive, Forest Farm, undertaken under the European Protected Species Development Licence (EPSDL) for dormouse conservation. The requirement is being procured through the GPA Framework RM6187, Lot 9. A direct award has been made to RSK BIOCensus under the framework for the provision of additional ecological supervision services associated with the revised two-stage clearance methodology.

Options: Initial duration of 4 years with the option to extend for an additional two years in single or multiple increments.

Strategy and Policy

Provision of strategic objective advice relating to corporate strategies or government policy. This included identification of options with recommendations as well as implementation and delivery. Additional information: A framework contract was awarded to 36 suppliers. We also reserved the right to award a framework to any bidders whose final score was within 1 % of the last awarded position. The last awarded position is 30th position.

Complex and Transformation

Provision of objective advice on complex programmes or portfolios of work which may be multi-disciplinary and/or transformational. This included identification of options with recommendations, as well as implementation and delivery. Additional information: A framework contract was awarded to 30 suppliers. We also reserved the right to award a framework to any bidders whose final score was within 1 % of the last awarded position. The last awarded position is 30th position.

Finance

Provision of objective strategic and operational financial advice. This included identification of options with recommendations as well as implementation and delivery. Additional information: A framework contract was awarded to 25 suppliers. We also reserved the right to award a framework to any bidders whose final score was within 1 % of the last awarded position. The last awarded position is 25th position.

HR

Provision of objective advice on HR which included identification of options with recommendations as well as implementation and delivery. Additional information: A framework contract was awarded to 30 suppliers. We also reserved the right to award a framework to any bidders whose final score was within 1 % of the last awarded position. The last awarded position is 30th position.

Procurement and Supply Chain

Provision of objective advice in relation to procurement, and supply chain, This included identification of options with recommendations as well as implementation and delivery. Additional information: A framework contract was awarded to 35 suppliers. We also reserved the right to award a framework to any bidders whose final score was within 1 % of the last awarded position. The last awarded position is 30th position.

Health, Social Care and Community

Provision of objective specialist advice in areas related to health, social care and/or community. This included identification of options with recommendations as well as implementation and delivery. Additional information: A framework contract was awarded to 41 suppliers. We also reserved the right to award a framework to any bidders whose final score was within 1 % of the last awarded position. The last awarded position is 40th position.

Infrastructure including Transport

Provision of objective specialist advice on areas related to infrastructure and/or transport. This included identification of options with recommendations. Additional information: A framework contract was awarded to 44 suppliers. We also reserved the right to award a framework to any bidders whose final score was within 1 % of the last awarded position. The last awarded position is 40th position.

Environmental Sustainability and Socio-Economic Development

Provision of objective strategic advice in areas related to environmental and/or sustainability. This included identification of options with recommendations as well as implementation and delivery. Additional information: A framework contract was awarded to 41 suppliers. We also reserved the right to award a framework to any bidders whose final score was within 1 % of the last awarded position. The last awarded position is 40th position.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059365-2026 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Aug 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £2,949,911,705 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST |
| Additional buyers | DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY; DEPARTMENT FOR ENERGY SECURITY AND NET ZERO; GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY; NATIONAL HIGHWAYS; THE MINISTER FOR THE CABINET OFFICE ACTING THROUGH CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 9PP |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend |
| Local authority | Rhondda Cynon Taf |
| Electoral ward | Taff's Well |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 17 |
| Supplier names | 2020 DELIVERY LTD, TRADING AS THE PSC; 31TEN CONSULTING; 4C ASSOCIATES; 6 POINT 6; AA PROJECTS; ACCENTURE (UK; ACTICA CONSULTING; AECOM; AGILIA INFRASTRUCTURE PARTNERS; AGILISYS; ALBANY BECK CONSULTANCY SERVICES; ALCHEMMY CONSULTING; DELOITTE; ERNST AND YOUNG; RSK GROUP; THE4OC; TURNER AND TOWNSEND COST MANAGEMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 66 - Financial and insurance services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 85 - Health and social work services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 66121000 - Mergers and acquisition services
- 66170000 - Financial consultancy, financial transaction processing and clearing-house services
- 66171000 - Financial consultancy services
- 66519600 - Actuarial services
- 66523000 - Pension fund consultancy services
- 71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis
- 71247000 - Supervision of building work
- 71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services
- 71311210 - Highways consultancy services
- 71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services
- 71313100 - Noise-control consultancy services
- 71351200 - Geological and geophysical consultancy services
- 71351210 - Geophysical consultancy services
- 71351220 - Geological consultancy services
- 71800000 - Consulting services for water-supply and waste consultancy
- 72100000 - Hardware consultancy services
- 72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services
- 72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services
- 72222000 - Information systems or technology strategic review and planning services
- 72224000 - Project management consultancy services
- 73210000 - Research consultancy services
- 73220000 - Development consultancy services
- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 79200000 - Accounting, auditing and fiscal services
- 79210000 - Accounting and auditing services
- 79211200 - Compilation of financial statements services
- 79212500 - Accounting review services
- 79221000 - Tax consultancy services
- 79311400 - Economic research services
- 79311410 - Economic impact assessment
- 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services
- 79410000 - Business and management consultancy services
- 79411000 - General management consultancy services
- 79411100 - Business development consultancy services
- 79412000 - Financial management consultancy services
- 79414000 - Human resources management consultancy services
- 79418000 - Procurement consultancy services
- 79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 85100000 - Health services
- 85322000 - Community action programme
- 85323000 - Community health services
- 90700000 - Environmental services
- 90710000 - Environmental management
- 90711000 - Environmental impact assessment other than for construction
- 90711200 - Environmental standards other than for construction
- 90711300 - Environmental indicators analysis other than for construction
- 90711400 - Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) services other than for construction
- 90711500 - Environmental monitoring other than for construction
- 90712000 - Environmental planning
- 90712500 - Environmental institution building or planning
- 90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services
- 90720000 - Environmental protection
- 90731100 - Air quality management
- 98200000 - Equal opportunities consultancy services

## Release History

- 24 Jun 2026 at 11:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059365-2026
- 29 Aug 2024 at 11:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027554-2024
- 9 Aug 2024 at 14:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025283-2024
- 26 Jan 2024 at 18:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002837-2024
- 16 Jan 2023 at 19:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001340-2023
- 23 Sep 2021 at 21:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023751-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://nwssp.nhs.wales/ourservices/procurement-services/
- http://www.manchesterfire.gov.uk/
- https://nationalhighways.co.uk/
- https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:506346-2020:TEXT:EN:HTML
- https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/cabinet-office
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-business-energy-and-industrial-strategy
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-energy-security-and-net-zero
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA0221

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